check out
phrasal verb·2 senses·particle out
Meanings
Leave a hotel after paying
Why “out”? Movement goes from inside to outside.
“We have to check out by 11.”
“Guests checked out after breakfast.”
Look at or examine
Why “out”? Something comes into the open. People can see it, know it, or understand it.
“Check out this new song.”
“Check out the view from here.”
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check in
A contrast learners often mix up
Register at a hotel, airport or event; Hand over luggage to be loaded onto a plane; Briefly contact someone to update them
check off
A contrast learners often mix up
Mark items on a list as done or counted
act out
Same out pattern: becoming clear
Perform a scene, story, or plan with actions; Express feelings through aggressive or attention-seeking behaviour
ask out
Same out pattern: departure
Invite someone on a romantic date
bail out
Same out pattern: becoming clear
Rescue someone, especially financially
bear out
Same out pattern: becoming clear
Provide evidence that confirms what someone has said
blast out
Same out pattern: becoming clear
Play music extremely loudly through speakers
branch out
Same out pattern: departure
Start doing something new or different; (of a road, river or organisation) split off in a new direction; Become independent and start your own venture
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